Forza Horizon 6 has reached an important milestone, as the developers have confirmed the game has officially gone gold. This means the main development phase is complete and the game is now being prepared for release.
Playground Games shared that this milestone was achieved around two weeks before launch, giving the team additional time to focus on final polishing, performance improvements, and day-one updates. Going gold typically indicates that the core version of the game is finalized, with the remaining time dedicated to fixes and optimizations rather than major changes. It’s also a strong sign that the release schedule is firmly on track.
The timing lines up with the planned May 2026 launch window, with early access expected slightly earlier for players who opt for premium editions. As release gets closer, more details about the game continue to surface, further building anticipation.
Another notable detail is the game’s early commercial performance. Pre-launch sales on Steam have already surpassed 500,000 copies, showing strong demand even before release and highlighting the level of interest surrounding the title.
One of the latest reveals focuses on the game’s audio and accessibility features. Forza Horizon 6 will include 9 radio stations, offering a wide mix of genres such as electronic, hip-hop, rock, indie, synthwave, and classical music, giving players more variety than ever while exploring the open world.
The confirmed radio stations include:
- Horizon Pulse
- Horizon Bass Arena
- Horizon Block Party
- Horizon XS
- Hospital Records
- Gacha City Radio
- Sub Pop Records
- Horizon Wave
- Horizon Opus
In addition to its soundtrack, the game is also expanding its accessibility options. Players will have access to features like AutoDrive, proximity radar for better spatial awareness, and high-contrast visuals to improve clarity. Other options include full control remapping, subtitles, screen narration, adjustable camera settings, color-blind filters, and customizable difficulty assists.
Post-launch support is also planned, with sign language (ASL and BSL) expected to be added to cinematics through picture-in-picture narration, further improving accessibility.
With development complete and new features being revealed, attention is now shifting toward the final experience players will get at launch.
So, do you think Forza Horizon 6 will deliver on its promise, or are expectations getting too high?
